BABY NAMES

Curious which baby names are already stealing the show in 2020? From newcomers like Alexander to ever-popular picks like Olivia, here are the boy and girl names predicted to top the charts this year, plus more naming trends to consider.

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Wow Dad this year with a homemade gift that he'll keep forever. From printable cards to cute custom magnets, these Father's Day craft ideas for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids make perfect presents.

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Play Kitchen

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Why he'll love it: Toddlers are natural mimics, so let him cook dinner while you do too.

Why experts love it: "A kitchen enables kids to learn more about the world around them through acting out roles, encouraging them to be creative," says Joyce Nuner, Ph.D., assistant professor of child development and family studies at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.

Our pick: This 25-piece kitchen accessory set has all the bells and whistles—the stove even features fun lights and cooking sounds.

Our pick: With this gorgeous but subtle fabric crown, sweetly adorned with gems, your daughter can play princess. (And hey, we don't judge if you want to try it on too.) Gender-neutral crowns mean boys can join in.

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A Book You Loved as a Kid

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Why he'll love it: Books are always a great way to promote literacy and language development. But take it one step further and make reading time an awesome full-circle parenting moment by choosing a book you used to love as a kid. Explain that you used to read this too—and then watch him try to process the fact that Mommy actually has a mommy too.

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Baby Doll

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Why he'll love it: Toddlers relish playing Mommy or Daddy (read: being in charge) and developing their nurturing side.

Why experts love it: "Dolls encourage kids to think abstractly through pretend play, helping them become successful learners," says Nuner. Plus, learning how to be gentle with a doll might help prep them for a sibling.

Our pick: We love that this lifelike, 11-inch doll comes in multiple ethnicities.